Title: The Essence of Discrete Mathematics 
Author: Dean, Neville
Price: $13.69
Edition: Paperback
Published:2000
Description: The Essence of Discrete Mathematics is an exciting new publication
             that is essential for a first course in discrete mathematics. Assuming 
             no prior knowledge, this invaluable text immediately helps the reader to
             grow in mathematical maturity, and understand the basic concepts of discrete
             mathematics.The often discarded fundamentals of sets and logic supply the 
             foundations for learning, and provide clear instructions on how to calculate 
             values for mathematical expressions for small finite sets. Having mastered the 
             basics,relations and functions are then examined through an introduction to intuitive      
             notions. Modelling relations and functions with sets are investigated, and the 
             practical applications of modelling with sets and logic are described.The text 
             concludes with an invitation for all readers to continue their mathematical growth.
             The Essence of Discrete Mathematics is meant to be the beginning and not the end.Key 
             features: covers the core elements of a first course in discrete mathematics; sets of 
             numbers are used extensively throughout the text to offer a gentle and familiar 
             introduction to the subject; non-numerical methods are studied through an informative 
             case study that consolidates the concepts and techniques covered in the text, and shows 
             how they can be applied; this case study is gradually developed throughout the book.

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